(Natural News) Store-bought eggs are laid by caged chickens fed an unnatural diet with antibiotics that may be harmful to your health. Meanwhile, farm-fresh eggs are laid by chickens set free on pastures to forage for their own food. Here are some of the important differences between farm-fresh and store-bought eggs, from shell color and taste to […]

(Natural News) Canned foods are must-haves in your food stockpile because they are compact, inexpensive and last significantly longer than fresh foods. But it’s because of these characteristics that people sometimes neglect their stocks or buy canned foods haphazardly, thereby significantly compromising the quality of foods in their stockpile. Here are seven mistakes you may be making when buying canned foods: […]

(Natural News) If you’re considering starting a home garden, you have a variety of seeds to choose from. Your options include heirloom, open-pollinated and hybrid seeds. The three kinds of seeds come with their own pros and cons, as detailed below. Read on to learn what kind of seeds will suit your home garden best. (h/t […]

(Natural News) As a prepper, you need to be a frugal spender. You can also be thrifty with your preps, like harvested water. With some additional tools, you can use rainwater to make an outdoor shower for your homestead. (h/t to PrimalSurvivor.net) Why build an outdoor shower? If you have harvested water and an outdoor shower, […]

(Natural News) Fruit powder is dried fruit that’s been ground or pulverized. It can be used as a substitute for artificial flavoring in all kinds of dishes but it shines most when used in desserts and pastries. You can easily make your own tasty fruit powders if you have an oven or a dehydrator and […]

(Natural News) You don’t need to have a backyard to grow your own food. If you’re limited to a cramped balcony, a small patio or even just a sunny windowsill, you can still grow vegetables. The key is to use containers, such as pots, planter boxes and barrels. You can even recycle old baskets and […]

(Natural News) Citrus fruits like oranges make for tasty, healthy snacks. Unfortunately, many people chuck the peels right into the garbage bin after they’re done. But what may look like garbage could have a few practical uses in the house. So the next time you enjoy a juicy, tangy orange, save the peels and reuse […]

(Natural News) Water conservation is important regardless of whether you’re a homesteader or not. But it’s doubly critical if you’re running a homestead because you have other things to spend water on, such as irrigating crops and keeping farm animals hydrated. Conserving water ensures that you have enough water supplies to keep your homestead running during the driest months of […]

(Natural News) Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. But coffee is good for more than just a morning pick-me-up. Used coffee grounds have many practical uses in your home and in the garden. You can even incorporate used coffee grounds into your daily skincare routine. Here are 13 clever uses for used coffee grounds: (h/t […]

(Natural News) A carefully tended garden can make any home look more appealing. But preppers know that the best way to keep your homestead both beautiful and SHTF-ready is by maintaining a survival garden with an edible landscape. This ensures good operation security (OPSEC) and maximizes the time and effort you spend on your garden […]